Director of Finance

The Role

We are seeking an analytical and strategic Director of Finance with experience in finance, accounting, and corporate development functions in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator who can align and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

This role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities across FP&A, Financial Modeling, Accounting & Billing, Corporate Development, and more.

You will work closely with Optery's VP of Finance & Operations and executive leadership to optimize finance functions. This role will help drive smooth, efficient, and data-driven decision-making across the company. Your contributions will have a direct impact on Opterys ability to grow and execute effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Lead financial planning, analysis, and modeling, supporting business decisions

Manage financial operational processes, including billing, accounting, vendor management, and expense tracking

Support corporate development activities, including investor engagement

Prepare executive-level presentations and board materials that clearly communicate complex findings and recommendations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (MBA or MAcc preferred but not required)

5+ years of experience in tech-focused private equity or venture capital and / or in strategic finance roles at a fast-growing tech startup

Strong understanding of key finance areas like FP&A, revenue management, financial modeling, and accounting

Proficiency in developing investor materials, including investor decks, financial models, and data rooms, to effectively articulate business value and growth potential

Highly analytical and data-driven, with experience in reporting and KPI management.

Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment and adapt to evolving needs.

Experience in cybersecurity or data privacy industries is a plus

Location

While Optery is a fully-remote global team, this position is based in the United States and is required to work regular U.S. business hours, i.e. in the U.S. Eastern, Central, Mountain, and / or Pacific time zones.

Compensation & Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k program with employer match

Paid time off policy

Stipend for home office setup

Equal Opportunity

Optery values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. Optery does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.